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Over a period of time the hydraulic system can
cause variations in the play of the brake levers or
an elastic resistance.
If you are unable to carry out the necessary con-
trols or doubt the safety of the vehicle, contact a
FANTIC MOTOR Dealer.
Also check that the braking system pipes are not
twisted, worn or present cracks, cuts or slits. Take
care that water or dust do not accidentally enter
the hydraulic system.
As the pads become worn the level of fluid in-
side the tanks decreases to automatically com-
pensate the wear.
FRONT BRAKE
Check that the brake fluid level is over the “MIN”
mark. Check the pads and disks for wear and if
they do not need replacing, proceed with top-
ping up.
move the latter and its gasket, taking care to
place them on a clean surface.
Top up with suitable brake fluid, see page 135
(LUBRICANTS), taking care not to exceed the
“MAX” level positioned inside the fluid tank.
When pads or disks are worn, never top up
to the “MAX” level because if these parts are
subsequently replaced, the fluid could flow
out of its tank.
If, on the contrary, these parts have been re-
placed, it is advisable to top up to the “MAX”
level.
Replace the gasket and replace the cover; insert
and tighten the two screws and wipe the sur-
faces clean with a cloth if there has been any
spillage.
Check braking ef
fi
ciency and check the brak -
ing system for leaks; in the event of malfunc-
tion, consult a FANTIC MOTOR Dealer.
REAR BRAKE
The brake fluid tank for the rear disk brake is lo-
cated on the right-hand side of the vehicle.
It is a good thing to check the fluid level in the
tank periodically, and especially before setting
off on long journeys.
As the brake pads and the disk become worn,
the brake fluid level tends to drop and it is there-
fore necessary to top it up. Use suitable brake
fluid, see page 135 (LUBRICANTS).
For the check:
-
keep the vehicle upright so that the fluid
contained in the tank is parallel with the cap
(1).
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ensure that the fluid is above the “MIN”
mark.
FRONT BRAKE TOPPING UP
Using a Phillips screwdriver loosen the two
screws securing the brake fluid tank cover. Re-
MIN
= minimum level
MAX
= maximum level
If the fluid is below the “MIN” mark, check the
pads and disk for wear and, if in good condition,
proceed with topping up.
Do not top up the fluid to the “MAX” level if the
pads are worn, because if they are subsequently
replaced the brake fluid would overflow.
TOPPING UP THE REAR BRAKE
Keep the brake fluid in the tank parallel to the
tank rim (in a horizontal position) to prevent
spillage during topping up.
Do not add additives or other substances to the
brake fluid. If a funnel or such is used, make sure
that it is perfectly clean.
- Loosen the screws and remove the cap (1).
- Remove the gasket.
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Top up with brake fluid, see page 135 (LU-
BRICANTS) until the level is between the two
marks.
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Replace the gasket and screw the cap back
on the tank.
